My ParenTime's Printable Checklists #51a | Party Preparation Checklist

Party Preparation Checklist - Type of Party: __________________
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Two months before the party:

What needs to be done	Done
Decide what type of party you want to have (formal, special occasion, holiday, etc.), and whether you prefer a buffet style, full-scale service dinner, or other arrangement.
Decide how much you have to spend on decorations, food, services (caterers, entertainment, florist, etc.), rental space, etc. Print out a copy of our Party Budget Checklist http://www.printablechecklists.com/checklist52.shtml, and keep track of estimates for your party.
Determine how many guests will be invited, and begin gathering all addresses and phone #s.
Select, purchase, address, and mail your invitations -- ask for RSVPs.
Ask family or friends to help plan the special day.
Set a date, time, and place for your party.
Decide what food and beverages will be served.
Purchase decorations, paper goods, etc.

Three weeks before the party:

Make sure you and your family have party outfits picked out and cleaned.
If you're having a party in your own home, decide where you'll set out the food & beverages, guests' coats, and decorations.
Make a final guest list.
Confirm all hired services.

2-3 days before the party:

Clean your home if your party will be hosted there.
Begin to decorate -- Have fun and don't rush!
Gather extra chairs if you don't have enough, and any extra items you may need.
Touch base with party helpers.

The day before the big day:

Relax...things will go smoothly!
Make sure your home is clean. Spot-check and vacuum once more.
Put out place settings and the rest of the decorations.
If renting space for your party, pack up all the supplies that you'll need to bring with you. Print out our Party Day Checklist http://www.printablechecklists.com/checklist53.shtml to keep organized.
Touch base with all your party helpers.

Party Day!

Use our Party Day Checklist http://www.printablechecklists.com/checklist53.shtml to keep your party on track!
Have a great time!

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